French Teacher (with Spanish) - Primary

The British School in Tokyo 

French Teacher (with Spanish)

This is an exciting opportunity join a forward-thinking, dynamic school that provides high-quality learning

and teaching to children of British and other international families in the heart of Tokyo.

This role is for an August 2022 start.

We require:

• In liaison with, and under guidance from, the Faculty Leader and other subject teachers, plan and teach French lessons and units of work at Key Stages 2 and 3, Key Stage 4.

• The ability to teach Spanish, preferably at least to IGCSE

• Innovative and exciting lesson design and delivery

• Excellent organisation, commitment and work ethic

• High expectations and the ability to effectively differentiate to meet all needs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A strong and fully committed team player that is able to adapt and work in an exceptionally busy and successful department.

• Willingness and ability to take on an extensive extra-curricular role.

• A passion for your subject and a genuine care for the well-being of young people.

• Determination and ability to supply the best educational experience in the world

Due to the opening of the new Primary School campus in 2023, the focus of the role will change after the first year of the contract to become a Primary only role based at the new Toranomon campus. Consequently, this position would suit someone who has more Primary School experience and wishes to develop the place of French in the Primary School. 

About the School 

The school was established in 1989 and is committed to providing a British-style international education of the highest quality. 

Located at the heart of one of the most exciting cities in the world, the school’s strong reputation for high quality holistic education is well established and it is a truly international co-educational school with over 1000 students aged between 3 and 18, representing over 65 different nationalities. 

The Secondary School is flourishing and is well known internationally for its high academic standards, for the care they take with each individual student of any ability and for the happy, multicultural environment that they provide for learning and play. 

The English National Curriculum provides the basis for smooth progression and easy transition between the Primary and Secondary sectors, and examination results have been outstanding in recent years. 

A growing emphasis is placed upon ensuring students take ownership of their learning, are challenged in their education and for aptitudes associated to the BST Learner Profile to be developed. 

How to Apply

Closing date for applications: Monday 10th of January 2022.

Please apply via the School’s application portal below. Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Mr Paul Tough, and submitted via the School’s recruitment management system at:

https://www.bst.ac.jp/employment/   

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check or International Child Protection Check.

An attractive package including accommodation will be extended to the successful candidate. 

Further information about the school is available on the School’s website www.bst.ac.jp